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    2024 Volkswagen Golf

    The 2024 Volkswagen Golf is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $39,190 for the Life variant and topping out at $77,490 for the R 20 Years variant.

    There are 5 variants of the Golf available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2021.

    The 2024 Golf was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Volkswagen Golf include 1.4 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/250Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (180kW/370Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (235kW/400Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (245kW/420Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $39,190 - $77,490
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $39,190 - $77,490
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2024 Volkswagen Golf

    Available Variants

    The Volkswagen Golf comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Life and the most expensive being R 20 Years.

    2024 Volkswagen Golf

    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Not Rated
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    Pros

    • Performance Package chassis
    • Breadth of talent
    • Lovely seats and quality

    Cons

    • Base Edition 50 not worth it
    • No manual gearbox
    • Extremely expensive to buy
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    How does the 2024 Volkswagen Golf compare?

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    Power to Weight
    78.07 - 153.89 kW/t
    75.46 kW/t
    187.54 kW/t
    Boot Space
    374 litres
    270 litres
    492 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.8 - 7.8 L/100km
    1.8 L/100km
    10.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    705 - 862 km
    573 km
    2,222 km
    Price
    $39,190 - $77,490
    $37,990
    $119,900
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    5 years
    10 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 year
    1 year
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,810 - 2,030 kg
    1,810 kg
    2,300 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 - 1,600 kg
    500 kg
    1,600 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    134 mm
    104 mm
    160 mm
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    Explore Variants

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    Life

    2025

    $38,690

    Life

    2026

    $39,290

    R-Line

    2025

    $47,990

    R-Line

    2026

    $48,690

    GTI

    2025

    $58,990

    GTI

    2026

    $59,890

    R

    2025

    $70,990

    R

    2026

    $71,990

    Year
    2026
    2025
    Engine Type
    1.4L Combustion
    2.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Hatchback
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    110 kW
    195 kW
    245 kW

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    2024 Volkswagen Golf

    Dimensions

    4,284 mm
    1,789 mm
    1,456 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,284 mm
    Overall Width1,789 mm
    Overall Height1,456 mm
    Wheelbase2,636 mm
    Load Capacity401 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Volkswagen Golf

    Sales Data

    20242,929Total Sales
    20253,047Total Sales
    2026211YTD Sales

    Volkswagen Golf Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2024 Volkswagen Golf

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the Life variant that starts from $39,190.

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    The most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the R 20 Years variant that starts from $77,490.

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    The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is offered by the GTI variant which can tow 1600 kg.

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    The largest Volkswagen Golf is the GTI variant which measures 1789mm wide, 4287mm in length and sits 1463mm tall.

    The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the R 20 Years variant which has 245kW of power and 420nm of torque.

    The Volkswagen Golf is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Volkswagen Golf is the R variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2030 kg.

    The Volkswagen Golf uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

    * Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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